Publication Order
The complete Stormlight Archive reading experience, following the series as Brandon Sanderson published it. All seven books in sequence, including the novellas Edgedancer and Dawnshard in their recommended positions between the main novels. Ideal for first-time readers who want the full story as it was written, with every character arc, interlude, and narrative thread in place.
Core Novels
The five main Stormlight Archive novels, following Kaladin, Dalinar, Shallan, and their companions through the central story of the Knights Radiant and the coming Desolation. Edgedancer and Dawnshard are not included - both are optional novellas that expand the world but are not required to follow the main plot. A good choice for readers who want to focus on the primary narrative before deciding whether to read the shorter works.
- 1The Way of Kings(2010)
- 2Words of Radiance(2012)
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